29 Ways to Take On Depression

From writing in a gratutide journal to simply taking a walk, here are some quick tips to lighten your mood when in the depths of depression.

By Catie Keller

A few of my friends and I have been going through some hard times recently. I didn’t want to let those mental clouds ruin my day, so I wrote a list of things we could do to take our minds off some of the stressors in our lives. Even though recovering from depression is an ongoing battle, I wanted to share this list with you all in hopes that it will raise your spirits and brighten your days.

About the author

Catie Keller is studying communications and sociology at The College at Brockport and has been published in seven literary magazines, as well as The Buffalo News. She also enjoys writing for Buffalo Rising.

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